AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBrazil’s Runoff: More than 119 million people voted in the Oct. 4 elections, and President Lula is now trying to bring nonvoters behind him before a runoff against Flávio Bolsonaro. His government has cut fuel prices ahead of the vote. Storm Damage: Hurricane Simon weakened after battering Mexico’s Pacific coast, bringing heavy rain and flooding to towns and resorts. Cuba’s Crackdown: A new report says people who criticize the government online can face up to 10 years in prison. Havana also denies involvement in fuel shipments seized by the United States, as shortages deepen the island’s crisis. Climate Accountability: Brazilian prosecutors are seeking $108 million from Shell over deadly 2024 floods, arguing the company should be held responsible for climate-related harm. Venezuela: Fugitive businessman Alvaro Pulido, an ally of Nicolás Maduro, was taken into U.S. custody in a bribery case; meanwhile, Venezuela has authorized Starlink to operate nationwide.
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